Course Description

'Excellent course - I was amazed what we could achieve as beginners.'

At a glance, this course:

• Supports people's wellbeing​​
• Uses natural sustainable materials

About the course

Learn how to willow weave a reindeer sculpture for your home on this craft workshop in the Hampshire South Downs. Spend a fun day making a willow reindeer about 75cm tall to stand on a windowsill or table. Or why not place it beside your front door to welcome visitors? Using a whole range of basketry techniques, you get lots of learning in this class as well as a really impressive item to take home with you. 

The course will give you:

• Skills in crafting with willow
• Knowledge on how to select suitable materials

This course is suitable for:

Beginners or improvers with some manual dexterity, hand strength and patience! If you unsure if this course is suitable for you, please contact the courses team.

What to bring:

• Work clothes
• Sharp secateurs
• A packed lunch or lunch can be purchased from The Beech Cafe on site
• This course will take place indoors.

Cancellations, refunds, and bursaries:

Read the full Adult Courses Cancellations and Refunds Policy and Courses Bursary Fund Information.

About the tutor

Judith Needham is a basket maker and willow weaver based in Farnham, Surrey - England's Craft Town. She specialises in woven willow playhouses and basket making. Judith loves passing on her skills through teaching workshops to adults and children at various venues across Surrey and Hampshire. | www.judithneedham.co.uk